United Nations, 13th Dec (IANS): The UN Security Council Friday called for continued international support for the stabilisation in Afghanistan, and urged efforts to build the capabilities of the Afghan army and police.

Karachi, 12th Dec (IANS): Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan's party, protesting since August against the alleged rigging in the 2013 parliamentary elections, Friday imposed a shut-down in the port city of Karachi.

Mexico City, 11th Dec (IANS/EFE): Representatives of 10,000 Mexico City taxi drivers have brought an illegal transportation complaint against the owners of the smartphone applications Uber and Cabify and this capital's mobility secretary.

Bangkok, 11th Dec (IANS): Security measures have been tightened up around the US embassy and tourist spots in Bangkok, following a warning by the US State Department over the safety of Americans and other foreigners in Thailand.

Ramallah/Jerusalem, 10th Dec (IANS): A Palestinian minister died Wednesday after being assaulted by Israeli soldiers during a mass rally in the West Bank city of Ramallah, provoking outrage and condemnation among the Palestinians, sources said.